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How Can Red Spots On The Chest Area Be Treated?

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Posted on Thu, 29 Dec 2016
Question: HI,
My boyfriend has hairy chest and some red spots under his hair, i m wondering what it can be...
Is it folliculitis of the hair by any chance, they are not itchy but some XXXXXXX spots and he has a lot of curly thin hair...XXXXX
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Answered by Dr. Rudina Balliu (5 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Possible Foliculitis

Detailed Answer:
Hi Dear ! Thank you for posting your question here in HCM .

I read the concern carefully and Yes these might be foliculitis. Inflammation of the hair follicles that are red lesions around the hair , sometimes may/may not be itchy and with pus inside (white).

Most common cause is bacterial infection ( Staphylococcus ) .Warm water , avoid shaving this area, keep it clean will help.
Also local application of ointments i.e Fusidic acid or mupirocin ointment for treatment .

Hope I have answered your question.
If you have any other clarifications I'll be happy to help.
Take Care
Dr Rudina.


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How Can Red Spots On The Chest Area Be Treated?

Brief Answer: Possible Foliculitis Detailed Answer: Hi Dear ! Thank you for posting your question here in HCM . I read the concern carefully and Yes these might be foliculitis. Inflammation of the hair follicles that are red lesions around the hair , sometimes may/may not be itchy and with pus inside (white). Most common cause is bacterial infection ( Staphylococcus ) .Warm water , avoid shaving this area, keep it clean will help. Also local application of ointments i.e Fusidic acid or mupirocin ointment for treatment . Hope I have answered your question. If you have any other clarifications I'll be happy to help. Take Care Dr Rudina.